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A Healthier You: Cancer Institute Winter Classes, Events
January 02, 2020
2020 Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute Winter Calendar
Here’s your guide to all of our upcoming fall events:
Community Education and Support Programs
Bereavement Support
Bereavement Support Group
Jan. 22
Feb. 12 & 26
2- 3:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
326 Washington St., Norwich, Conference Room 2
To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Brain Tumor Support
Feb. 6
6-7:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Hartford Hospital
85 Retreat Ave., Hartford, Taylor Conference Room
To register, please contact Cindy Wasserman at 1.860.972.2744
Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Support Group
Jan. 21
Feb. 18
3-4 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building , Conference Room
To register, please contact Jessica Vanase at 1.860.425.3870
Breast Cancer Support Group
Jan. 15
Feb. 19
5:30-7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room A
To register, please contact Erin Stocking at 1.860.696.4891
Breast Cancer Support Group
Jan. 21
Feb. 18
3:30-4:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Cancer Center conference room VII, 3rd Floor
Registration required. To register, please contact Natalie Marynczak at 1.203.694.8669
Hispanic Women’s Support Group (Grupo Hispánico de Apoyo para el Cáncer de Mama)
Jan. 16
Feb. 20
6 – 7:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Cancer Center Radiation Oncology Waiting Room
To register, please contact Tina Rodriguez at 1.203.694.8249
General Cancer Support Groups
General Support Group
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the Month
5:30-7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Windham Hospital
112 Mansfield Ave., Willimantic, Johnson Room
To register, call 1.860.456.6766
Navigating the Cancer Journey
Free 30-minute sessions for newly diagnosed patients and their families
Half hour sessions include communicating with you medical team, understanding your diagnosis and its treatment, emotional support and complementary therapies, coping with transportation and financial issues, and local resources and programs to help you in journey.
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building, Radiation Therapy Department
To set up an appointment, contact Jessica Vanase at 1.860.425.3870. Registration Required.
Gynecological Cancer
Gynecological Cancer Support Group
Feb. 3
6-7:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room C
To register, call 1.860.827.4180
Nutrition
Nutrition for Cancer Patients
Feb. 20
5-6 pm
Nutrition tips and facts for cancer patients in active treatment or recovery
Harford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building, Radiation Therapy Waiting Room
To register, contact Jessica Vanase at 1.860.425.3870
Ostomy
Ostomy Support Group
Feb. 19
6:30-7:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, 2nd floor medical oncology waiting area
To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373).
Prostate Cancer
Understanding Prostate Cancer
Speaker TBD
Feb. 11
6:30-8 pm
Speaker 6:30-7:15 pm followed by facilitated peer to peer discussion with men and their families about living with the diagnosis of prostate cancer
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
326 Washington St., Norwich, Conference Room 3
To register, contact Hartfordhealthcare.org/events and 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Smoking Cessation
American Lung Association Freedom from Smoking
Eight-session program beginning Jan. 7
6-8 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
Offered at two locations:
Outpatient Care Center, 111 Salem Tpke. Norwich
Windham Hospital 112 Mansfield Ave. Windham
Evidence based, eight session program is a proven way to kick the habit.
To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Survivor Support
Survivorship Support Group
For patients and loved ones who have reached or are nearing the end of oncology treatment
Feb. 19
5:30 – 7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room C
To register, contact Pastor Will Baumgartner at 1.860.224.5900, Ext. 6103
Wellness Programs
Art Therapy Support Group
Feb. 13 & 27
5:30-7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain
This is a program to help people touched by cancer find strength and hope through creative expression. No artistic ability required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Art Therapy Support Group
Weekly, Thursdays (No class Nov. 28)
6- 7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Conference Room VII, 3rd floor
This is a program to help people touched by cancer find strength and hope through creative expression. No artistic ability required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Healthy Steps Lebed Method
An effective therapeutic program of exercise and movement to music for anyone who has experienced breast cancer, other cancers, or chronic illnesses. Designed to help women experience total body movement and adjustment to a new body image.
Weekly, Mondays
5:30-7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Hartford Hospital
85 Retreat Ave. Hartford, Taylor Conference Room
To register, call 1.860.652.0868
Weekly, Monday
5:15- 6:15 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Horwitz Conference Rooms II and III
To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Weekly, Wednesdays
11 am -12 pm
Hartford Hospital Family Health Center
339 West Main St., Avon
To register, call 1.860.652.0868
Pilates for Cancer Survivors
Weekly, Thursdays
5- 6 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Horwitz Conference Rooms II and III, Cheshire Senior Center every third Thursday
Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Modified Pilates for Cancer Survivors
Weekly, Tuesdays
6-7 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Radiation Oncology Waiting Room
Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Friday Midday Movement Break
Weekly, Fridays
12- 12:15 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Road, New Britain
A gentle body toning session for all cancer patients and interested staff, led by Dr. Sheida Mani.
Prayer Group hosted by ACTIVATE THE CURE
Weekly, Tuesdays
10:30 – 11:30 am
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room 4
This is a weekly interdenominational Christian-based prayer group that gathers patients and caregivers weekly for one hour of prayer. Physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are addressed through prayer. To register, please contact Joellen Putnam at 1.203.213.6495
Cancer and Your Spiritual Journey
Feb. 25
2-3 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building Conference Room
Free but registration is required. To register, call 860.294.6087
Integrative Medicine
Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Healing
Reflexology for Cancer
Weekly, Thursdays
9 am- 3 pm (or by appointment)
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Windham Hospital
112 Mansfield Ave., Willimantic, Integrative Health Breathing Space, 2nd Floor, Hatch Entrance
First five sessions are free to oncology patients. To register, call 1.860.449.3727
SoulCollage
Advanced:
Jan. 23
Feb. 6
6-9 pm
Hartford Hospital Family Health Center
1290 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield
Through a simple process known as SoulCollage, you will mix imagination and intuition using powerful images, scissors and glue to form a card that will reflect your inner self. No artistic skills needed. Come learn the basics that will eventually form a deck that becomes your own visual journal. Use your cards for accessing inner wisdom, for daily guidance, or simply as an avenue of self-expression. Free for all patients, survivors & caregivers.
Registration Required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Therapeutic Pet Program
Available at various times and floors per Pet Team Schedule
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital & Windham Hospital
To register, call 860.425.3877 (Backus) and 860.456.6766 (Windham)
Zentangle
Intro:
Feb. 8
9am-12pm
Hartford Hospital Family Health Center
1290 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield
Advanced:
Jan. 25
Feb. 8
1-4 pm
Hartford Hospital Family Health Center
1290 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield
Zentangle is a method of creating art through structured patterns. The relaxed focus of Zentangle provides benefits which may include reduced stress and anxiety, relaxation, and enhanced creativity. Free for all patients, survivors & caregivers.
Registration Required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
** For more information about Integrative Medicine classes for cancer patients and caregivers, please click here.
Yoga and Cancer: Reclaiming your Life
Weekly, Mondays
4– 5 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Rooms B & C
Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Weekly, Mondays
7 – 8:15 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center
435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Horwitz Conference Rooms II and III
Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Weekly, Tuesdays (Jan. 21, Feb. 4, 11 & 25)
1:30-2:30 pm
Weekly, Wednesdays (Feb. 5, 12 & 19)
4:30-5:30 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital
11 Stott Ave., Norwich, Conference Rooms
Wear comfortable clothes. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Weekly, Thursdays
4-5 pm
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Windham Hospital
112 Mansfield Ave., Willimantic, Integrative Health Breathing Space, 2nd Floor, Hatch Entrance
Wear comfortable clothes. To register, call 1.860.617.4476
Mobile Mammography
Jan. 23
9 am- 1:45 pm
Community Health Services
500 Garden St., Hartford
Jan. 25
9 am – 1:30 pm
Paul & Sandy’s
93 East High St (Rte. 66), East Hampton
Jan. 28
9 am – 1:45 pm
Hartford City Hall
550 Main St., Hartford
Jan. 29
9am- 1:45 pm
Charter Oak Health Center
21 Grand St., Hartford
Jan. 30
9am- 1: 45 pm
Hispanic Health Council
175 Main St., Hartford
Feb. 13
9 am- 1:45 pm
Community Health Services
500 Garden St., Hartford
Feb. 26
9 am – 1:45 pm
Hartford City Hall
550 Main St., Hartford
Feb. 27
9 am – 1:45 pm
Charter Oak Health Center
21 Grand St., Hartford
Take the Time mobile mammography coach. Hartford Hospital’s digital mammography suite on wheels. Dates subject to change. To schedule an appointment, call 860-972-1141. Walk- ins accepted as scheduling permits.